Passage From Ancient To Modern History in Naxos
Activity Description
Where was the summer resort of the Latin aristocracy? How was the water shared among the farmers till today? What was the greatest technical achievement of the classical ancient years that saved Naxos town? Witness all the changes from the feuds to the modern small farms filled with all types of vegetables and fruit trees.
An easy to moderate hike following the old footpath along the beautiful village of Myli, leads to the ancient aqueduct of the island. We hike up to the ancient quarry, where two huge statues (Kouros) lie on the fertile ground; olive groves, orchards and an awesome walk by the shady riverside.
Level: easy-moderate
Duration: 5+h ( plus driving time 1+ h ).
Distance: 6.2 km
Other Technical Details:
- Elevation gain: 265m
- elevation loss: -278m
- maximum inclination: 27.2% (asc.) -27.3% (desc.)
- average inclination: 7.6% (asc.) -6.7% (desc.)
Starting time: i) April to June 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. ii) July to mid September is 7:00-8:00 a.m. iii) Late September to November is 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. depending on weather conditions
Meeting point: i) If transfer is included: your hotel ii) If transfer is not included: a convenient place according your hotel’s location
Starting point: Kourounohori village
Points of interest: Traditional settlements, ruins of old water mills, two Kouros statues, ancient marble quarries, rural area, riverside nature, Venetian towers
Ending point: Potamia village
Complimentary meal: Yes
Returning time: Approximately 3:00-4:00 p.m
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Cancellation policy
- Cancellation 30 days or more prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are automatically reimbursed for the full activity price.
- Cancellation between 14 and 30 days prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are entitled to a 50% reimbursement.
- Cancellation 14 days or later are what we call last-minute cancellations. No reimbursements will be effected.
* If the activity is canceled by the activity provider (due to weather, non-completion of minimum entries, force majeure, etc.), the price of your activity, is refunded in full.
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Location
Meeting Point
Region: Naxos
Address: Chora of Naxos
Notes: The exact meeting point will be determined after booking. Contact your guide.